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Marco Rubio says he is now acting director of USAID amid turmoil within agency


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Published in Politics and Government on Monday, February 3rd 2025 at 13:20 GMT by scrippsnews   Print publication without navigation

  • Marco Rubio says he is now acting director of USAID amid turmoil within the agency. The Trump administration appears intent on dismantling the agency.

The article from Scripps News discusses the unexpected appointment of Senator Marco Rubio as the acting director of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). This move comes amidst significant internal turmoil within the agency, characterized by leadership changes and policy shifts under the Trump administration. Rubio, previously known for his foreign policy expertise and his role in the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has taken on this role to address the instability and to steer USAID towards what he describes as a "more effective and efficient" path. His appointment has sparked discussions on the implications for USAID's direction, especially concerning its focus on democracy promotion, humanitarian aid, and development programs. Critics and supporters alike are watching closely to see how Rubio's leadership will influence the agency's operations and its alignment with broader U.S. foreign policy objectives.

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